Refinery Site Manager: Lead Projects & Safety

WESTERN REFINERY SERVICES, INC.; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision

PTO

Holidays

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Personal reimbursements

ESOP

Job summary

WESTERN REFINERY SERVICES, INC. is seeking a Site Manager to lead construction and maintenance activities at a refinery.

You will oversee project execution, provide estimating support, manage workforce logistics, and ensure safety compliance while coordinating with client representatives and internal teams. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving ability, and the capacity to manage several projects and teams in a fast-paced, high-risk environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university or two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), with the ability to manage electronic documentation, reporting, scheduling, and project management software; experience with HCSS (HeavyJob, HeavyBid) or similar systems is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and policy and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong leadership, delegation, and workforce planning skills, with the ability to mentor and develop field leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, integrity, and professionalism in a fast-paced, high-risk environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client representatives, maintaining professional and effective communication at all times.
• Oversee multiple construction and maintenance projects simultaneously, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, Safety, and Estimating to ensure alignment across all project functions.
• Develop and maintain short-term and long-term project schedules, including look-ahead planning.
• Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to minimize impact on safety, schedule, and cost.
• Monitor and manage project performance, including productivity, cost tracking, and progress reporting.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with contract requirements, company standards, and client expectations.
• Visit job sites regularly to assess progress, provide direction, and ensure accountability within field teams.
• Directly oversee Foremen and field personnel, providing leadership, mentorship, and development to improve performance and accountability.
• Coordinate workforce planning, including staffing levels, scheduling, and allocation of manpower and equipment.
• Partner with Human Resources and company leadership on personnel decisions, development, and performance management.
• Lead by example with professionalism, integrity, and alignment with WRS values.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Safety compliance

Communication

Mentorship

Workforce planning

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 2 years experience

Tools

HCSS HeavyJob

HCSS HeavyBid

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

WESTERN REFINERY SERVICES, INC. is seeking a Site Manager to lead construction and maintenance activities at a refinery.

You will oversee project execution, provide estimating support, manage workforce logistics, and ensure safety compliance while coordinating with client representatives and internal teams. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving ability, and the capacity to manage several projects and teams in a fast-paced, high-risk environment.